Update: not glowing, but not time to worry

[Pancake_Lefse]

As previously mentioned, my Jeff’s PSA values went up to 158. The PET scan revealed a “slight increase” in mets, but at this point Dr. Kwon isn’t hugely alarmed.

Jeff has had 2 infusions of the carboplatin/cabazitaxel chemo.

It can take up to 4 infusions of the carboplatin to see results and even longer for the cabazitaxel.

So while there wasn’t a glowing report, there also wasn’t anything to be terribly concerned about … (yet?)

Should PSA values continue to rise by the end of January/February and if a repeat PET scan shows further progression, the genetic testing Jeff did, showed he has a couple of mutations going on … these mutations may have qualified him for a couple different treatments.

“Guardant 360 genetic testing obtained on October 14, 2021 noted CHEK 2 and BRCA 2 genetic mutation with high tumor burden for which he may qualify for potential treatment with a PARP inhibitor or immunotherapy.”

Jeff and I joked that I didn’t even cry this time ❤️

Kwon found it promising that Jeff is feeling well.

~ Stephanie

#teamjeffgallagher

[rogerandme]

Sounds like good news also he is so fortunate to have Dr Kwon… he is on the cutting edge of how to treat this disease…from what I’ve read… good luck to both of you…

[Spyder54]

I view this as good news you guys. “Every picture tells a story, dont it”-Rod Stewart. You both look better than the last couple. Keep on fighting. Now just enjoy the Holidays and put this behind you for awhile.

Merry Christmas,

Mike & Barb

[Shooter1]

Feeling well is the target to aim for at times.... Enjoy life..

[Survivor1965]

Tell Euge Johnny says hi

[Aodh]

Glad to hear “feeling well”, keeping you both in my thoughts. Any good news is great 😊

Hugh

[Sisira]

Good luck to both of you and sending love to 💕.

[Newyork6264]

Keep holding on and loving each other. He's lucky to have you at his side.

[Don_1213]

You're very lucky and wise to have Dr. Kwon in your corner. His videos make it clear that he doesn't give up on curative treatments and just settle for palliative. He seems to be single-minded in determining how to defeat PCa in a patient, not just how to keep the patient alive. Good'on'ya.. and have a great holiday season!